Cover image © KenkoTokina Corporation.
Kenko Tokina Co., Ltd. announces a new carbon tripod with enhanced operability. Scheduled release date is March 15, 2024. The price for 'SLIK Light Carbon E83 II' is ¥41,800 (tax included). 'SLIK Light Carbon E84 II' is ¥42,900 (tax included).
The new carbon tripod is available in two models.
Major Component Improvements
The major components have been updated, with a larger elevator lock knob for easier use. Additionally, the body includes a level and accessory screw hole (3/8-16UNC), and the legs feature LCII carbon pipes to prevent spinning.
© KenkoTokina Corporation.｜2-handle 3-way dedicated head 'SH-706 Head'
Features of 'SH-706 Head'
The specially designed 'SH-706 Head' allows fine adjustments with two handles. The double nut camera attachment mechanism securely holds the camera. The camera mounting part can move back and forth, making it easy to balance and avoid interference with the head.
© KenkoTokina Corporation.｜Revamped main body parts (parts attaching the three tripod legs)
Furthermore, there is a screw at the bottom of the elevator for attaching a head or hook, and a tripod case is included.
Main Specifications of the New Product
SLIK Light Carbon E83 II
The carbon tripod 'SLIK Light Carbon E83' is a medium-sized 3-section tripod with a 28mm pipe diameter, featuring a button-type Haraitchi lock for easy leg opening in three stages.
- Maximum height: 1,845mm
- Minimum height: 340mm
- Elevator slide width: 355mm
- Folded length: 675mm
- Pipe diameter: 28mm
- Sections: 3
- Load capacity: 5kg
- Weight: 1,925g
SLIK Light Carbon E84 II
Featuring the Haraitchi lock leg opening mechanism, this medium-sized 4-section tripod with a 28mm pipe diameter is a renewed version of the carbon tripod 'Light Carbon E84'.
- Maximum height: 1,775mm
- Minimum height: 295mm
- Elevator slide width: 330mm
- Folded length: 555mm
- Pipe diameter: 28mm
- Sections: 4
- Load capacity: 5kg
- Weight: 1,970g
